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Canadiens trade rumors: Could Arber Xhekaj be the key for a top-six center?

The Montreal Canadiens' extra depth on defense could result in a potential trade for a top-six center in the NHL. According to analyst Brian Wilde, the Canadiens might consider trading physical defender Arber Xhekaj for a first-round pick. Nextor Quixtan believes that pick could be Seattle Kraken's forward Shane Wright.

Wright was picked fourth overall in the 2022 NHL draft after initial projections had him first. Wilde suggested that the Canadiens can move Xhekaj, but only if they receive someone with as much potential in a different area of the rink.

“A first-round draft pick would be the only thing they would take to lose him. They don’t need more second-rounders. I can’t see him bei

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